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Rahul

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Rahul

B.S. in Chemical Engineering
Rahul's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Multivariable Calculus
Pre-Calculus
Geometry

I am a recent graduate of Cornell University, where I received a B.S. in Chemical Engineering and graduated Magna Cum Laude. Over the past several years, I have worked with students from diverse backgrounds and experiences tutoring thermodynamics (my personal favorite), chemistry, and math. I have a...

Education

Cornell University

B.S. in Chemical Engineering

Test Scores
Perfect Score
ACT
36
Mark

Certified Tutor

Mark

Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering
Mark's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Calculus
Algebra

I am a recent Yale graduate with a B.S in chemical engineering. I have over 5 years of experience tutoring a wide range of subjects, and I am very passionate about math and science. My favorite part of tutoring is instilling confidence into students and making them feel that they can understand and ...

Education

Yale University

Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
35
Sugi

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Sugi

Bachelor's degree in Cognitive Science and Biochemistry & Cell Biology
Sugi's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Middle School Math
Geometry

I am currently a 4th year medical student at Baylor College of Medicine and previously graduated from Rice University, Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor's degree in Cognitive Science and Biochemistry & Cell Biology. I have served on admissions interview committees for Rice and Baylor College of Medici...

Education

Rice University

Bachelor's degree in Cognitive Science and Biochemistry & Cell Biology

Baylor College of Medicine

Doctor of Medicine, Ophthalmic Technology

Test Scores
Perfect Score
ACT
36
Maria

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Maria

PHD, Chemistry
Maria's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Physical Chemistry
Chemistry

I am a Ph.D. chemist who has spent a good portion of my career focused on teaching. I recently served for eight years as an Assistant Professor of Chemistry at Trinity College, a liberal arts college in which faculty have lots of one-on-one interactions with students. Sitting down and delving into p...

Education

University of Chicago

PHD, Chemistry

Swarthmore College

Bachelors, Chemistry

Kathleen

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Kathleen

M.S.Ed in Secondary Science Education
Kathleen's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
AP Biology
AP Chemistry

I am a high school science teacher with certifications in secondary Biology and Chemistry. I teach 10th grade Biochemistry and 12th grade Chemistry at a high performing magnet school in the School District of Philadelphia. I hold a M.S.Ed in Secondary Science Education from the University of Pennsyl...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

M.S.Ed in Secondary Science Education

Haverford College

Bachelor of Science, Chemistry

Test Scores
ACT
32
Garrett

Certified Tutor

14+ years

Garrett

Bachelor in Arts
Garrett's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Physiology
Physics
Education

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor in Arts

Test Scores
SAT
1530
Natasha

Certified Tutor

Natasha

Bachelor of Science, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Natasha's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Finite Mathematics
College Algebra

I'm a graduate student at MIT. I started tutoring from my first year of undergrad because I had such wonderful experiences when I was in high school learning with friends and upperclassmen. I am personally a social learner- I learn best when I'm talking and wrestling with concepts out loud and in a ...

Education

Johns Hopkins University

Bachelor of Science, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1500
Kevin

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Kevin

Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry
Kevin's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Trigonometry

I am a graduate from the University of Pennsylvania where I received a Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry. I started peer tutoring in high school, staying after school to help fellow students with AP Chemistry content before major exams and quizzes. I currently tutor in math (up to AP Calculus BC/Calculu...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry

Alex

Certified Tutor

Alex

Bachelor of Science, Bio-Organic Chemistry
Alex's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Inorganic Chemistry
Biochemistry

I am comfortable tutoring a broad range of topics in the sciences and math for standardized exams. I feel most confident with organic chemistry since I have helped many struggling or confused students map out the reactions and mechanisms, develop study habits, and ace their exams. As an instructor, ...

Education

Mcgill University

Bachelor of Science, Bio-Organic Chemistry

Maha

Certified Tutor

Maha

Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry, Biology
Maha's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Trigonometry
Middle School Math
Geometry

I am currently a graduate student at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. My teaching experience spans several years and age groups. As a high school student, I volunteered as a teaching assistant for a middle school science class. During college, I spent six months as a GED tutor, w...

Education

Johns Hopkins University

Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry, Biology

Test Scores
SAT
1510

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Physical chemistry bridges chemistry and physics, focusing on the behavior of molecules, energy transformations, and reaction rates—concepts that are highly abstract and mathematical. Many students struggle because it requires understanding both theoretical principles (like thermodynamics and quantum mechanics) and their practical applications simultaneously, plus strong math skills for problem-solving.

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